]]>With Rob out doing the lords work, Matt, Ken, and Nick are left to interview local CBS and self proclaimed beerfluencer Houston (https://www.instagram.com/urbanbeersnob/). Ken picks up the slack with the news, and Matt challenges the studio to “5 Questions"

Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

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]]>01:47:38yesfullBetter on Draft 153 - North Center Brewing & Brewz BrothazSat, 10 Nov 2018 18:03:26 +0000The crew is all back together for the 153rd episode of Better of Draft! Kevin from North Center Brewing and Harry from the Brewz Brothaz are live in studio! Matt kicks off the show by drinking from a bowl. Rob covers the news. Matt challenges the studio to “5 Questions.

]]>The crew is all back together for the 153rd episode of Better of Draft! Kevin from North Center Brewing and Harry from the Brewz Brothaz are live in studio! Matt kicks off the show by drinking from a bowl. Rob covers the news. Matt challenges the studio to “5 Questions.

01:25:01yesfullBetter on Draft 151 - The M43 Challenge (Old Nation + Brew Detroit)Sun, 21 Oct 2018 23:22:26 +0000Travis has done it all! Even started the New England IPA Craze here in Michigan, but what happens when more people want the beer he makes but can't make enough? That's where Joe and Brew Detroit comes in. Learn about the history of brewing between these two including Joe's humble start in the 1970's at Stroh's, along with his journey leading him to one of the largest craft breweries in the country, Boston Beer Co, and how he ended back here in Detroit!

]]>Travis has done it all! Even started the New England IPA Craze here in Michigan, but what happens when more people want the beer he makes but can't make enough? That's where Joe and Brew Detroit comes in. Learn about the history of brewing between these two including Joe's humble start in the 1970's at Stroh's, along with his journey leading him to one of the largest craft breweries in the country, Boston Beer Co, and how he ended back here in Detroit!

]]>01:38:02yesfullBetter on Draft 150 - Cheboygan Brewing CoSat, 13 Oct 2018 13:44:51 +0000It may be rainy outside, but it’s hot inside for Episode 150! Nick from Cheboygan Brewing Company is live in studio! The crew covers news including the beer line-up paging tribute to local soda maker Faygo and internet sales of wines and how it could impact beer markets. Matt challenges the studio to “5 Questions.”

]]>It may be rainy outside, but it’s hot inside for Episode 150! Nick from Cheboygan Brewing Company is live in studio! The crew covers news including the beer line-up paging tribute to local soda maker Faygo and internet sales of wines and how it could impact beer markets. Matt challenges the studio to “5 Questions.”

]]>01:42:52yesfullBetter on Draft 149 - Drafting Table & 3 Year AnniversarySun, 07 Oct 2018 15:03:55 +0000Better On Draft celebrates its third year anniversary in style bringing in the biggest hit brewery of 2018 as Drafting Table Brewing Company joins them to drink some great beers including the illusive Mallow! Check out the video and see how we felt about the beer!

]]>Better On Draft celebrates its third year anniversary in style bringing in the biggest hit brewery of 2018 as Drafting Table Brewing Company joins them to drink some great beers including the illusive Mallow! Check out the video and see how we felt about the beer!

Episode 147 has a full studio, as we return back to Royal Oak!Kickstand Brewing Companyis life in studio! Listen in as we talk multiple topics including New England IPAs, Matt gets the punishment beer for Week 2 of the NFL Fantasy Football season, and The Wheel makes its Better on Draft debut!

Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

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]]>01:38:23yesfullBetter on Draft 146 - Liberty Street BrewingMon, 17 Sep 2018 17:56:33 +0000On Friday we had Joe on fromLiberty Street Brewing Coto discuss the closing of the production facility and moving away from distribution, we discuss a little bit about the news of the week, and Matt treats us to some new studio 5 Questions including Guess That Beer!

]]>On Friday we had Joe on from Liberty Street Brewing Co to discuss the closing of the production facility and moving away from distribution, we discuss a little bit about the news of the week, and Matt treats us to some new studio 5 Questions including Guess That Beer!

]]>01:43:31yesfullBetter on Draft 145- Farewell to AngelaTue, 11 Sep 2018 13:52:32 +0000In Angela's final episode she teases us with a mystery beer to tell us where she is going, we french press some Griffin Claw, and we say goodbye! Shed a tear and crack that beer!

]]>01:42:38yesfullBetter on Draft 144 - Origin StoriesSun, 02 Sep 2018 03:30:29 +0000We are live every Friday night at 7pm EST on our Facebook page, join us on Facebook Live! Ken and the crew talk about how they got into craft beer and how it has brought them to the show. Their passions, the ones that got away, and the one that showed them the way! We learn this, and Matt makes us try to guess four mystery beers by telling us which ones there are, but not which cups he poured them into! A fun light hearted show for everyone!

]]>We are live every Friday night at 7pm EST on our Facebook page, join us on Facebook Live! Ken and the crew talk about how they got into craft beer and how it has brought them to the show. Their passions, the ones that got away, and the one that showed them the way! We learn this, and Matt makes us try to guess four mystery beers by telling us which ones there are, but not which cups he poured them into! A fun light hearted show for everyone!

]]>01:42:54yesfullBetter on Draft 143 – HopcatSat, 25 Aug 2018 14:42:11 +0000We are live every Friday night at 7pm EST on our Facebook page, join us on Facebook Live! Another full house in the studio for Episode 143! Adam and Jay from Hopcat Royal Oak are live in the studio! The studio talks news with the guests, which includes discussion about a significant brewery closing. An in-depth talk about Styles takes place in the final segment. Plus, Matt makes a huge announcement! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

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]]>We are live every Friday night at 7pm EST on our Facebook page, join us on Facebook Live! Another full house in the studio for Episode 143! Adam and Jay from Hopcat Royal Oak are live in the studio! The studio talks news with the guests, which includes discussion about a significant brewery closing. An in-depth talk about Styles takes place in the final segment. Plus, Matt makes a huge announcement! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

Thanks to Audible for this show! To start your free 30-day trial and receive a free audiobook visit https://www.audible.com/detroit or text Detroit to 500-500!

We are live every Friday night at 7pm EST on our Facebook page, join us on Facebook Live! Episode 121 was a surprise to everyone in studio as we had plans to be at the Winter Beer Festival in Grand Rapids Michigan, but mother nature had other plans for us! Join us as we talk about the brewers guild response, what we used to do on other cancelled days like school, we go over the news, and Matt tries to lay some trickery in this weeks five questions. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

We are live every Friday night at 7pm EST on our Facebook page, join us on Facebook Live! Episode 121 was a surprise to everyone in studio as we had plans to be at the Winter Beer Festival in Grand Rapids Michigan, but mother nature had other plans for us! Join us as we talk about the brewers guild response, what we used to do on other cancelled days like school, we go over the news, and Matt tries to lay some trickery in this weeks five questions. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm If you have a minute, please feel free to rate us on iTunes, we would truly appreciate it! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740?mt=2

]]>01:41:20yesfullBetter on Draft 142 – Cap N Cork Homebrew SupplySun, 19 Aug 2018 13:51:41 +0000We are live every Friday night at 7pm EST on our Facebook page, join us on Facebook Live! Andy answers our tough home brewing questions as we talk about his upcoming brewery on site, the trends of home brewing vs. production brewing, and what he sees in the future of craft beer! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

Thanks to Audible for this show! To start your free 30-day trial and receive a free audiobook visit https://www.audible.com/detroit or text Detroit to 500-500!

]]>We are live every Friday night at 7pm EST on our Facebook page, join us on Facebook Live! Andy answers our tough home brewing questions as we talk about his upcoming brewery on site, the trends of home brewing vs. production brewing, and what he sees in the future of craft beer! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

Thanks to Audible for this show! To start your free 30-day trial and receive a free audiobook visit https://www.audible.com/detroit or text Detroit to 500-500!

]]>01:49:39yesfullBetter on Draft 141 – Jamex BrewingSat, 04 Aug 2018 21:21:39 +0000We are live every Friday night at 7pm EST on our Facebook page, join us on Facebook Live! This past week we had Jeff and Kat from Jamex Brewing giving us a one year update on their brewery, how they're doing, the struggles they've had, and the future of the brewery as they join the brewers guild! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>We are live every Friday night at 7pm EST on our Facebook page, join us on Facebook Live! This past week we had Jeff and Kat from Jamex Brewing giving us a one year update on their brewery, how they're doing, the struggles they've had, and the future of the brewery as they join the brewers guild! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:43:45yesfullBetter on Draft 140 – Dequindre Cut Freight Yard / Brut DetroitSat, 21 Jul 2018 13:38:37 +0000Our guest from the Dequindre Cut Freight Yard comes in to discuss the Detroit riverfront conservancy, opening an outdoor venue off the beaten path, and the challenges it faces. We also discuss the ventures of Brut Detroit a wine and biergarten pop up. You can see the schedule of events at https://www.brutdetroit.com/events. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:44:51yesfullBetter on Draft 139 - Payments in BeerSat, 14 Jul 2018 04:03:30 +0000The lack of having a guest doesn’t stop the Better on Draft crew for Episode 139! Ken shares a gift of beer with the studio. Rob talks about the recent news headlines. And Matt holds the 2nd Annual Better on Draft Summer Beer Draft! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>The lack of having a guest doesn’t stop the Better on Draft crew for Episode 139! Ken shares a gift of beer with the studio. Rob talks about the recent news headlines. And Matt holds the 2nd Annual Better on Draft Summer Beer Draft! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:49:55yesfullBetter on Draft 138 - tshirts.beer and Brew Haus MediaSat, 07 Jul 2018 15:12:30 +0000The crew is back (including Nick) for Episode 138! Hanging out with the crew tonight is Jeff from Tshirts.beer and Aaron from Brew Haus Media! Rob covers the news and asks the question “How would you modernize the 3-tier system” to the studio. Matt challenges the studio to an Independence Day (not the movie) edition of “5 Questions!” Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>The crew is back (including Nick) for Episode 138! Hanging out with the crew tonight is Jeff from Tshirts.beer and Aaron from Brew Haus Media! Rob covers the news and asks the question “How would you modernize the 3-tier system” to the studio. Matt challenges the studio to an Independence Day (not the movie) edition of “5 Questions!” Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:43:38yesfullBetter on Draft 137 – Rochester Mills Brewing + Vermont BeerSat, 30 Jun 2018 15:30:42 +000001:43:07yesfullBetter on Draft 136 - Baffin BrewingSat, 23 Jun 2018 02:15:25 +0000Joe D comes in from Baffin to discuss 90’s hip hop, their introduction into distribution along with starting up distilling. We talk about the ‘independent’ label from the Brewers Association, how many people have drank themselves into their mug club, and how we retire their jersey into the rafters of Better on Draft as next year we will crown no matter what a new winner of the bracket challenge!

]]>Joe D comes in from Baffin to discuss 90’s hip hop, their introduction into distribution along with starting up distilling. We talk about the ‘independent’ label from the Brewers Association, how many people have drank themselves into their mug club, and how we retire their jersey into the rafters of Better on Draft as next year we will crown no matter what a new winner of the bracket challenge!

]]>01:37:37yesfullBetter on Draft 135.5 - Hoppin FrogThu, 21 Jun 2018 21:47:41 +0000We hit you with a special point five episodes of Better on Draft where Hoppin Frog comes into studio to talk about their foray into Michigan, how their sessionable beers are at 6% minimum, and what the change of the Ohio law of max ABV has done for them. Listen to the show and learn more about their humble beginnings and how they do their own spin on the best beers in the state!

]]>We hit you with a special point five episodes of Better on Draft where Hoppin Frog comes into studio to talk about their foray into Michigan, how their sessionable beers are at 6% minimum, and what the change of the Ohio law of max ABV has done for them. Listen to the show and learn more about their humble beginnings and how they do their own spin on the best beers in the state!

]]>01:12:50yesfullBetter on Draft 135 – Sports and BeerTue, 19 Jun 2018 23:42:08 +0000Rob, Ken, and Matt are in studio talking about the world cup, how much money you spend at sporting events and concerts, and when you make a decision to be fiscally responsible and order the cheap beer, or if you’d rather just get a water Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>Rob, Ken, and Matt are in studio talking about the world cup, how much money you spend at sporting events and concerts, and when you make a decision to be fiscally responsible and order the cheap beer, or if you’d rather just get a water Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:54:11yesfullBetter on Draft 134 - Downey Brewing CoSat, 09 Jun 2018 04:08:11 +0000Downey Brewing comes into the studio to talk about their brewery and how things have changed since their last trip in. Filling their brewery with Yoga, comedy, and trivia, Downey talks about the trials of getting into self distro, Rob talks about the news, and Matt tricks us with a interesting five questions.

]]>Downey Brewing comes into the studio to talk about their brewery and how things have changed since their last trip in. Filling their brewery with Yoga, comedy, and trivia, Downey talks about the trials of getting into self distro, Rob talks about the news, and Matt tricks us with a interesting five questions.

]]>01:49:19yesfullBetter on Draft 133 - Axle Brewing & Pride WeekSat, 02 Jun 2018 17:06:43 +0000The show starts off with Rob and Ken in studio talking about the beer they are drinking, and slowly but surly more people come in. Matt joins us and we talk about game shows, but he then surprises us with Dan Riley from AXLE Brewing coming into the studio to try a coney dog pate (yes), some of their delicious beer, and we continue the discussion about Ferndale PRIDE, bad reviews on yelp and Untappd, and what the future holds for Axle. We also discuss deals that are made and what happens when someone decides to go back on their deal, and we also discuss a little bit about the crazy little threats and insults thrown at AXLE's way for being a supporter. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>The show starts off with Rob and Ken in studio talking about the beer they are drinking, and slowly but surly more people come in. Matt joins us and we talk about game shows, but he then surprises us with Dan Riley from AXLE Brewing coming into the studio to try a coney dog pate (yes), some of their delicious beer, and we continue the discussion about Ferndale PRIDE, bad reviews on yelp and Untappd, and what the future holds for Axle. We also discuss deals that are made and what happens when someone decides to go back on their deal, and we also discuss a little bit about the crazy little threats and insults thrown at AXLE's way for being a supporter. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:46:54yesfullBetter on Draft 132 - Old Nation BrewingSat, 26 May 2018 14:47:35 +0000Williamston International Festival of Lagers WIFOL.BEER Promo Code SHUTUPMATTBUSH for $5 off your ticket, and every ticket purchased under the promo code Better on Draft will donate $5 to Weekend Survival Kits

Follow the journey that Travis and Mark bring us to talk about beer styles, the process, and the future of Old Nation. Bringing in NEIPA to the state of Michigan coming from a true to style background, how Travis managed to continue to build a even bigger brewery than he could imagine. Listen to him speak of his years before M-43, and we discuss the future of the craft beer industry in this two hour interview!

]]>Williamston International Festival of Lagers WIFOL.BEER Promo Code SHUTUPMATTBUSH for $5 off your ticket, and every ticket purchased under the promo code Better on Draft will donate $5 to Weekend Survival Kits Follow the journey that Travis and Mark bring us to talk about beer styles, the process, and the future of Old Nation. Bringing in NEIPA to the state of Michigan coming from a true to style background, how Travis managed to continue to build a even bigger brewery than he could imagine. Listen to him speak of his years before M-43, and we discuss the future of the craft beer industry in this two hour interview!

]]>01:43:55yesfullBetter on Draft 131 - SuperNatural Spirits and BrewingMon, 21 May 2018 01:15:22 +0000Episode 131 starts off with our guests from SuperNatural Spirits and Brewing as we learn how they became the first ever drive thru brewery in Michigan (it's a pun, they aren't McDonald's folks), and we take an extended break and get into a food coma as we enjoy their food. Their beers are amazing, their food is amazing, and their story of passion and weirdness allow for this one of a kind brewery to be a spot you have to check out ASAP! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>Episode 131 starts off with our guests from SuperNatural Spirits and Brewing as we learn how they became the first ever drive thru brewery in Michigan (it's a pun, they aren't McDonald's folks), and we take an extended break and get into a food coma as we enjoy their food. Their beers are amazing, their food is amazing, and their story of passion and weirdness allow for this one of a kind brewery to be a spot you have to check out ASAP! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:33:37yesfullBetter on Draft 130 - Holiday Market and the 3 Tier SystemSun, 13 May 2018 14:03:59 +0000Episode 130 starts off great with Dan back in studio and our guest Ashley of Holiday Market. This aviation expert traded in the skys for Skyy (Get it?) He helps us discuss his feelings on the three tier system, the positives and negatives that he has to go through with it, and we discuss truth in advertising. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>Episode 130 starts off great with Dan back in studio and our guest Ashley of Holiday Market. This aviation expert traded in the skys for Skyy (Get it?) He helps us discuss his feelings on the three tier system, the positives and negatives that he has to go through with it, and we discuss truth in advertising. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:39:37yesfullBetter on Draft 129 - Epic BrewingSat, 05 May 2018 14:53:45 +0000An odd show in which we start with the news and stories and end with the interview! We go into overtime to play a Kentucky Derby 5 Questions specialty and we discuss export laws and if you would pay for a monthly service that guaranteed the 12 biggest beers in Michigan. Listen to our show and learn more!

]]>An odd show in which we start with the news and stories and end with the interview! We go into overtime to play a Kentucky Derby 5 Questions specialty and we discuss export laws and if you would pay for a monthly service that guaranteed the 12 biggest beers in Michigan. Listen to our show and learn more!

]]>02:18:15yesfullBetter on Draft 128 - Brewz BrothazSat, 21 Apr 2018 14:03:59 +0000Episode 128 has a full house of hosts and guests! The Brewz Brothaz are live in studio! Listen in as they talk about their growing group of craft beer fans and their first experiences with craft beer. We announce the winner of our 2nd Annual Brewery Bracket Challenge! The studio debates whether or not the NEIPA trend will continue further into 2018 and beyond.! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>Episode 128 has a full house of hosts and guests! The Brewz Brothaz are live in studio! Listen in as they talk about their growing group of craft beer fans and their first experiences with craft beer. We announce the winner of our 2nd Annual Brewery Bracket Challenge! The studio debates whether or not the NEIPA trend will continue further into 2018 and beyond.! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:40:46yesfullBetter on Draft 127 – B. Nektar and Michigan Cask Ale FestivalSat, 14 Apr 2018 14:12:23 +0000Episode 127 has a full studio tonight! Erik from Ashley’s Westland and Kerri and Miranda from B. Nektar are live in the studio! The studio debates the latest news from the Michigan Brewers Guild. Rob covers the news. The show goes beyond its normal run time with a special overtime segment! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>Episode 127 has a full studio tonight! Erik from Ashley’s Westland and Kerri and Miranda from B. Nektar are live in the studio! The studio debates the latest news from the Michigan Brewers Guild. Rob covers the news. The show goes beyond its normal run time with a special overtime segment! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>02:09:03yesfullBetter on Draft 126 - Lines and ClosuresSat, 07 Apr 2018 14:48:24 +0000A near empty studio won't stop the Better on Draft crew as we return for Episode 126! The crew talks about a variety of topics including cracking rare beers during special events and waiting in line at beer events. Rob does the news with a special 2-segment version and asks the question "Can City City compete in an already saturated market in Michigan?" Also, Nick gets Ken to mute his own microphone! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>A near empty studio won't stop the Better on Draft crew as we return for Episode 126! The crew talks about a variety of topics including cracking rare beers during special events and waiting in line at beer events. Rob does the news with a special 2-segment version and asks the question "Can City City compete in an already saturated market in Michigan?" Also, Nick gets Ken to mute his own microphone! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:44:33yesfullBetter on Draft 125 – Dark Horse BrewingSat, 31 Mar 2018 15:02:39 +0000(VULGARITY WARNING) In Episode 125, Dark Horse Brewing’s Jon Pipenbrok graces us with his presence (2 weeks later than planned), as he brings his crazy hijinks (and a change in clothes) to the studio! He shares some pretty good beers with the studio, talks about his new experiences at Dark Horse Brewing, as well as what is coming up at the brewery. Round 1 of the 2018 Brewery Bracket Challenge concludes and Round 2 match ups are announced! Rob closes the show out with the news. We all also discuss Detroit Beer Week, Warren Big Beer Festival, and 4 Elf. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>(VULGARITY WARNING) In Episode 125, Dark Horse Brewing’s Jon Pipenbrok graces us with his presence (2 weeks later than planned), as he brings his crazy hijinks (and a change in clothes) to the studio! He shares some pretty good beers with the studio, talks about his new experiences at Dark Horse Brewing, as well as what is coming up at the brewery. Round 1 of the 2018 Brewery Bracket Challenge concludes and Round 2 match ups are announced! Rob closes the show out with the news. We all also discuss Detroit Beer Week, Warren Big Beer Festival, and 4 Elf. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:41:40yesfullBetter on Draft 124 - Latitude 42Mon, 26 Mar 2018 00:05:29 +0000Episode 124 has a packed house! Live in studio, Chris from Latitude 42 is back once again, sharing what big changes have happened for the Portage-based brewery. Rob covers the news, covering hazy beers and even more hazy beers. The studio debates whether or not Metro Detroit bars should stay open until 4:00 AM. The 2018 Brewery Bracket gets announced and the studio announces their picks! Plus, the announcement of the return of Detroit Beer Week! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>Episode 124 has a packed house! Live in studio, Chris from Latitude 42 is back once again, sharing what big changes have happened for the Portage-based brewery. Rob covers the news, covering hazy beers and even more hazy beers. The studio debates whether or not Metro Detroit bars should stay open until 4:00 AM. The 2018 Brewery Bracket gets announced and the studio announces their picks! Plus, the announcement of the return of Detroit Beer Week! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:47:12yesfullBetter on Draft 123 – Beer News Still BrewingSun, 18 Mar 2018 14:35:25 +0000It’s a pre-St. Patty’s Day edition of Better on Draft! Episode 123 gives us a two segment version of the news with Rob. Matt challenges the studio to a blind taste test of American lagers! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:46:52yesfullBetter on Draft 122 - Brew DetroitMon, 12 Mar 2018 00:03:23 +0000It’s finally not snowing in Southeastern Michigan, so the Better on Draft crew is ready to get back to business with Episode 122! Ryan from Brew Detroit is live in studio; listen as he talks about his role in a contract brewery. Matt challenges the studio to “Five Questions."

]]>It’s finally not snowing in Southeastern Michigan, so the Better on Draft crew is ready to get back to business with Episode 122! Ryan from Brew Detroit is live in studio; listen as he talks about his role in a contract brewery. Matt challenges the studio to “Five Questions."

]]>01:45:37yesfullBetter on Draft 120 - YpsiAlehouseSat, 17 Feb 2018 15:46:46 +0000Episode 120 has a full house live in studio. The folks from Ypsi Alehouse are live in studio, as they share their experiences, backgrounds, and a lot of different beers. Matt asks his five questions and we discuss the judging requirements of a BJCP judge, and we learn who sold Larry Bell his first piece of brewing equipment! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

If you have a minute, please feel free to rate us on iTunes, we would truly appreciate it! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740?mt=2

]]>Episode 120 has a full house live in studio. The folks from Ypsi Alehouse are live in studio, as they share their experiences, backgrounds, and a lot of different beers. Matt asks his five questions and we discuss the judging requirements of a BJCP judge, and we learn who sold Larry Bell his first piece of brewing equipment! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

If you have a minute, please feel free to rate us on iTunes, we would truly appreciate it! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740?mt=2

]]>01:37:19yesfullBetter on Draft 119 - Dearborn Brewery: Dearborns First BrewerySat, 03 Feb 2018 14:40:57 +0000Episode 119 has a full studio and the crew from Dearborn Brewing is back in studio, after 2+ years since their first appearance! Dearborn Brewing talks about how business has been since the doors opened, including their two new brewers including one from Schoolcraft College Brewing and Distillation Technology! Ken talks about his recent beer endeavors in Asheville, North Carolina. Matt challenges the studio to a pre-Super Bowl edition of “5 Questions.” Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>Episode 119 has a full studio and the crew from Dearborn Brewing is back in studio, after 2+ years since their first appearance! Dearborn Brewing talks about how business has been since the doors opened, including their two new brewers including one from Schoolcraft College Brewing and Distillation Technology! Ken talks about his recent beer endeavors in Asheville, North Carolina. Matt challenges the studio to a pre-Super Bowl edition of “5 Questions.” Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:39:28yesfullBetter on Draft 118 – Nowhere in Particular Gypsy BrewerSat, 27 Jan 2018 15:47:35 +0000Episode 118 has a packed house! Max from Nowhere In Particular Brewing, along with Eric and Down from Blue Note Beverages are live in studio. We learn the definition of a Gypsy brewer and how their drifter attitude has allowed for so many delicious beers to be made, Rob covers the news, and Matt challenges the studio to a Boston/Philadelphia pop quiz. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>Episode 118 has a packed house! Max from Nowhere In Particular Brewing, along with Eric and Down from Blue Note Beverages are live in studio. We learn the definition of a Gypsy brewer and how their drifter attitude has allowed for so many delicious beers to be made, Rob covers the news, and Matt challenges the studio to a Boston/Philadelphia pop quiz. Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

]]>01:40:59yesfullBetter on Draft 117 – Dragonmead, 21 Years Of Family BrewingSat, 20 Jan 2018 15:51:36 +0000Spencer from Dragonmead visits the studio for his second time as he discusses all of the collaborations they have done with Kuhnhenn, Brooks, and Hazen Schumaker to name a few. We talk about what a small long time brewery with a small distro does as other breweries are encroaching in on their shelf space, and the potential for the bubble! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

If you have a minute, please feel free to rate us on iTunes, we would truly appreciate it! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740?mt=2

]]>Spencer from Dragonmead visits the studio for his second time as he discusses all of the collaborations they have done with Kuhnhenn, Brooks, and Hazen Schumaker to name a few. We talk about what a small long time brewery with a small distro does as other breweries are encroaching in on their shelf space, and the potential for the bubble! Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm

If you have a minute, please feel free to rate us on iTunes, we would truly appreciate it! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740?mt=2

]]>01:42:01yesfullBetter on Draft 116 – Axle Brewing, A Very Stable BrewerySat, 13 Jan 2018 18:22:58 +0000A late start to a great show, Dan Riley of Axle Brewing comes in to discuss their newest beers with a political theme, the backlash and love they get for their decisions, and break into the best and worst beers of 2017 and the future of Axle Brewing in 2018!

]]>A late start to a great show, Dan Riley of Axle Brewing comes in to discuss their newest beers with a political theme, the backlash and love they get for their decisions, and break into the best and worst beers of 2017 and the future of Axle Brewing in 2018!

]]>01:46:37yesfullBetter on Draft 115 – New Year New Me?Sat, 06 Jan 2018 18:55:15 +0000Episode 115 kicks off 2018 for Better on Draft! the crew talks about tipping at breweries and restaurants, Rob covers the news, and the studio offers their opinion on the 3-tier system in Michigan.

It's the final episode of 2017 for Better on Draft! The crew shares what beer gifts they got for Christmas. Ken talks about the "beer black market" and how much people are willing to pay for beer. Rob covers the news. The crew reflects on 2017.

]]>01:41:46yesfullBetter on Draft 113 - Christmas ShowSun, 24 Dec 2017 01:16:05 +0000As Christmas is coming, we talk some news, play a fun new game of what I can only remember as Russian Brewlette. We talk about the news, the 99 pack of PBR from Quebec, and what we're looking forward to in the upcoming months beer wise! Kick back and listen!

]]>As Christmas is coming, we talk some news, play a fun new game of what I can only remember as Russian Brewlette. We talk about the news, the 99 pack of PBR from Quebec, and what we're looking forward to in the upcoming months beer wise! Kick back and listen!

]]>01:44:15yesfullBetter on Draft 112 - No Guests but All Fun!Sat, 16 Dec 2017 14:24:54 +0000With no guest in studio, the five guys, sans Angela, were able to get through it talking about the beer industry, what they've learned, what has changed for them, and what they want to see in the future! Come check out this very laid back episode!

]]>With no guest in studio, the five guys, sans Angela, were able to get through it talking about the beer industry, what they've learned, what has changed for them, and what they want to see in the future! Come check out this very laid back episode!

]]>01:42:51yesfullBetter on Draft 111 – Austin Brothers BrewingSat, 09 Dec 2017 18:04:24 +0000Another full studio this week as the family from Austin Bros Brewing in Alpena Michigan join us in studio to talk about how they got started, vacationing to Alpena as children all the way from California, and the difference between living in socal and Alpena! Join us as we tried a plentiful amount of their beers, and we even French pressed a Black Note Stout from Bell’s with some Cinnamon Toast Crunch! What did we think? You have to listen to find out!]]>Another full studio this week as the family from Austin Bros Brewing in Alpena Michigan join us in studio to talk about how they got started, vacationing to Alpena as children all the way from California, and the difference between living in socal and Alpena! Join us as we tried a plentiful amount of their beers, and we even French pressed a Black Note Stout from Bell’s with some Cinnamon Toast Crunch! What did we think? You have to listen to find out!]]>01:53:36yesfullBetter on Draft 110 – Eastern Market Brewing CoSat, 02 Dec 2017 17:03:41 +0000The studio for Episode 110 is the fullest its ever been! Eastern Market Brewing Company joins us in studio for the second time. We announce the winner of the Better on Draft New England IPA Challenge! We also announce our winners of the 1st ever Better on Draft Scholarship!]]>The studio for Episode 110 is the fullest its ever been! Eastern Market Brewing Company joins us in studio for the second time. We announce the winner of the Better on Draft New England IPA Challenge! We also announce our winners of the 1st ever Better on Draft Scholarship!]]>01:50:14yesfullBetter on Draft 109 – Zetouna LiquorSat, 25 Nov 2017 14:09:21 +0000Jack is a little late as he makes his way back from Chicago, so Dan, Nick, Ken, Matt, and Angela begin to talk about the news, waiting in line for beer (and other items), and talk about the upcoming law changes in the state of Michigan!

We bring back Brewlette as Jack joins us to talk beer, what's hot, and we learn more about the guests!

]]>Jack is a little late as he makes his way back from Chicago, so Dan, Nick, Ken, Matt, and Angela begin to talk about the news, waiting in line for beer (and other items), and talk about the upcoming law changes in the state of Michigan!

We bring back Brewlette as Jack joins us to talk beer, what's hot, and we learn more about the guests!

]]>02:26:30yesfullBetter on Draft 108 – North Center BrewingSat, 18 Nov 2017 16:11:35 +0000Owner Kevin and head brewer Dakota come in to discuss the 2.5 years North Center has been open, their struggles in picking a name, their upcoming introduction into distribution, and what they want to do in the coming years. They join Ken, Matt, Rob, and Nick to try their belgian tripel and imperial red, and talk about humble beginnings and working full time to support the brewery to not being there full time.

]]>Owner Kevin and head brewer Dakota come in to discuss the 2.5 years North Center has been open, their struggles in picking a name, their upcoming introduction into distribution, and what they want to do in the coming years. They join Ken, Matt, Rob, and Nick to try their belgian tripel and imperial red, and talk about humble beginnings and working full time to support the brewery to not being there full time.

]]>02:06:03yesfullBetter on Draft 107 – Fillmore 13 BrewingSat, 11 Nov 2017 10:45:30 +0000Bo from Fillmore 13 joins the group as he brings two of his delicious beers, his double IPA (That Ken actually liked), and a double milk chocolate stout. Bo shares how he began brewing, how he attempts to stay traditional with his beer and let his next door neighbor do all of the crazy stuff, and talks about his history in Germany, Atwater, and Copper Canyon! Take a listen to how he got started and what he's doing to help revitalize Pontiac Michigan!

]]>Bo from Fillmore 13 joins the group as he brings two of his delicious beers, his double IPA (That Ken actually liked), and a double milk chocolate stout. Bo shares how he began brewing, how he attempts to stay traditional with his beer and let his next door neighbor do all of the crazy stuff, and talks about his history in Germany, Atwater, and Copper Canyon! Take a listen to how he got started and what he's doing to help revitalize Pontiac Michigan!

]]>01:43:56yesfullBetter on Draft 106 – Nick Drinks & Loggers BrewingSat, 04 Nov 2017 13:57:28 +0000When all the hosts are there and you have two guests, you have a packed house! Thank you to Tyler from Loggers for joining us and sharing your delicious beer, while most of the hosts (Ken doesn't count) love the Electric Squirrel IPA (story of the name in the show), the peanut oatmeal stout is definitely the winner.

Also Joe and Nick from HEARD Podcast / Nick Drinks join us to share some 2017 Bourbon County variants (Knob Creek and Northwood), and we talk about podcasting, legalities, and even dive into the spirit world!

]]>When all the hosts are there and you have two guests, you have a packed house! Thank you to Tyler from Loggers for joining us and sharing your delicious beer, while most of the hosts (Ken doesn't count) love the Electric Squirrel IPA (story of the name in the show), the peanut oatmeal stout is definitely the winner.

Also Joe and Nick from HEARD Podcast / Nick Drinks join us to share some 2017 Bourbon County variants (Knob Creek and Northwood), and we talk about podcasting, legalities, and even dive into the spirit world!

]]>02:00:21yesfullBetter on Draft 105 – River Rouge BrewingSat, 21 Oct 2017 15:43:31 +0000Dan flies in from Arizona for another episode of Better on Draft where he, Ken, Rob, and Matt interview Eddie of River Rouge Brewing. We get a chance to touch on his brewing history in California and the choice to move back to Michigan to open up River Rouge Brewing! We got to try one of our favorite beers from his, one that we are hoping you try at the Detroit Fall Beer Festival next weekend! Tickets are still on sale at www.mibeer.com! Stop by his booth and try the PB Express, which we mentioned on our 20 Beers To Try article!

]]>Dan flies in from Arizona for another episode of Better on Draft where he, Ken, Rob, and Matt interview Eddie of River Rouge Brewing. We get a chance to touch on his brewing history in California and the choice to move back to Michigan to open up River Rouge Brewing! We got to try one of our favorite beers from his, one that we are hoping you try at the Detroit Fall Beer Festival next weekend! Tickets are still on sale at www.mibeer.com! Stop by his booth and try the PB Express, which we mentioned on our 20 Beers To Try article!

]]>01:43:39yesfullBetter on Draft Episode #104- Halloween and BeerSat, 14 Oct 2017 17:01:42 +0000Matt, Ken, and Angela start off the show talking about Halloween parties, beers to drink, and go over some news to see if flights have jumped the shark!]]>Matt, Ken, and Angela start off the show talking about Halloween parties, beers to drink, and go over some news to see if flights have jumped the shark!]]>01:47:05yesfullBetter on Draft 103 – We Love The 90sSat, 07 Oct 2017 18:26:20 +0000Last minute cancellation and everyone attending GABF, Rob, Matt, Nick, and Ken begin to break down the news of the week, both beer and non. We dive into the new MTV Show 90's House and Matt introduces a new version of "5 Questions". Listen to it live!

]]>Last minute cancellation and everyone attending GABF, Rob, Matt, Nick, and Ken begin to break down the news of the week, both beer and non. We dive into the new MTV Show 90's House and Matt introduces a new version of "5 Questions". Listen to it live!

]]>01:42:13yesfullBetter on Draft 102 - Little Guy BrewingSat, 30 Sep 2017 13:53:00 +0000With 18 years experience in the industry, Todd joins us to talk about his time at Stone, Copper Canyon, and Virginia before settling at a new site in Waterford. With hopes of opening up Q1 2018, this site will have soccer pool, darts, and plenty of other fun things to do while you are sipping on one of their 18 or so tap handles! Check them out at https://www.facebook.com/LittleGuyBrewing/]]>With 18 years experience in the industry, Todd joins us to talk about his time at Stone, Copper Canyon, and Virginia before settling at a new site in Waterford. With hopes of opening up Q1 2018, this site will have soccer pool, darts, and plenty of other fun things to do while you are sipping on one of their 18 or so tap handles! Check them out at https://www.facebook.com/LittleGuyBrewing/]]>01:41:30yesfullBetter on Draft 101 – Harsens Island BrewerySat, 23 Sep 2017 14:08:21 +000001:40:17yesfullBetter on Draft 100 - Blakes, Kuhnhenn, and Rochester MillsSat, 16 Sep 2017 15:26:11 +0000We celebrate episode 100 with some of the biggest supporters and friends of the show! Jon Piepenbrok, Eric Briggeman, and Aaron Lanctot can't be controlled as jokes fly across the table, but that doesn't stop us from drinking delicious beers, ciders, and wine coolers (Thanks Eric).

Take a listen to this extended show as we relax, sit back, and talk to each other about festivals, the brewers guild, and what to do for the next 100!

]]>We celebrate episode 100 with some of the biggest supporters and friends of the show! Jon Piepenbrok, Eric Briggeman, and Aaron Lanctot can't be controlled as jokes fly across the table, but that doesn't stop us from drinking delicious beers, ciders, and wine coolers (Thanks Eric).

Take a listen to this extended show as we relax, sit back, and talk to each other about festivals, the brewers guild, and what to do for the next 100!

]]>02:04:39yesfullBetter on Draft 099 – Almost at 100Sat, 02 Sep 2017 14:28:50 +0000One show away from triple digits! Episode 99 is just the Better on Draft crew, talking random stuff. Ken disappears from the show for an hour, Rob takes over the board and covers the news, and Matt challenges the crew to another round of "5 Questions."]]>One show away from triple digits! Episode 99 is just the Better on Draft crew, talking random stuff. Ken disappears from the show for an hour, Rob takes over the board and covers the news, and Matt challenges the crew to another round of "5 Questions."]]>01:41:06yesfull Better on Draft 098 - Ozones BrewhouseSat, 26 Aug 2017 01:42:10 +0000While Ken is away, the crew will play! Dan makes a return on the show as they get the lowdown on one of the newest and best breweries to come out of Lansing, Ozone! Listen to how the name was made, what they're famous for, and those IPA people who show up and just ask for "the IPA". Listen to the whole show right here!]]>While Ken is away, the crew will play! Dan makes a return on the show as they get the lowdown on one of the newest and best breweries to come out of Lansing, Ozone! Listen to how the name was made, what they're famous for, and those IPA people who show up and just ask for "the IPA". Listen to the whole show right here!]]>01:40:43yesfullBetter on Draft 097 – Mel's ToffeeSat, 19 Aug 2017 01:21:47 +0000

Almost the entire crew is back in studio, including that part timer Nick, for Episode 97! Michelle and Glenn from Mel's Toffee is live in studio with beer and toffee that pairs excellent with beer, including toffees made in collaboration with Right Brain Brewery and Dark Horse Dark Horse Brewing Company.

]]>01:42:00yesfullBetter on Draft 096 – Drafting Table & J1 LiquorSat, 12 Aug 2017 01:34:41 +0000While Ken is away for the week, Rob, Matt, and Angela all are in studio with Drafting Table and J1 liquor to talk this weeks news, beer labels, and how to determine if a brewery is good or not. Steve also drops a secret for listeners in the show, but you have to listen to hear what it is! ]]>While Ken is away for the week, Rob, Matt, and Angela all are in studio with Drafting Table and J1 liquor to talk this weeks news, beer labels, and how to determine if a brewery is good or not. Steve also drops a secret for listeners in the show, but you have to listen to hear what it is! ]]>01:37:19yesfullBetter on Draft 095 – Odd Side Ales #2Sat, 05 Aug 2017 01:39:21 +0000Wes comes in and brings up some of Odd Sides top beers. Brandi, Lost Shaker, and Rye Hipster to name a few! Listen as he came into the industry and where his goals and aspirations are.]]>Wes comes in and brings up some of Odd Sides top beers. Brandi, Lost Shaker, and Rye Hipster to name a few! Listen as he came into the industry and where his goals and aspirations are.]]>02:01:26yesfullBetter on Draft 094 – Jamex Brewing & Detroit Free PressSat, 29 Jul 2017 01:26:35 +0000Jamex Brewing joins us along with the Detroit Free Press to talk about the Shorts investment and other news within the week!]]>Jamex Brewing joins us along with the Detroit Free Press to talk about the Shorts investment and other news within the week!]]>01:39:50yesfullBetter on Draft 093 – MI Brewers Guild Summer Beer Fest RecapSun, 23 Jul 2017 17:34:23 +0000We revive the old theme for a single time as we are recapping our time at the Michigan Brewers Guild which kicked our ass in both beer and heat! We catch up on the news as well as look into the future of Better on Draft, as we talk the 14 beer trends that need to stop, and what 30 for 30 documentaries we'd love to see in the beer community. ]]>We revive the old theme for a single time as we are recapping our time at the Michigan Brewers Guild which kicked our ass in both beer and heat! We catch up on the news as well as look into the future of Better on Draft, as we talk the 14 beer trends that need to stop, and what 30 for 30 documentaries we'd love to see in the beer community. ]]>01:39:54yesBetter on Draft 092 – Old NationSat, 15 Jul 2017 01:17:50 +0000Old Nation gives us an update on their beer, their brand, and what is going on! Listen live!

]]>01:51:30yesBetter on Draft 090 - Motor City Brew Tours & Shipwreck BrewingSat, 01 Jul 2017 01:19:12 +0000With Stephen Johnson and Shipwreck in, we talk beer, craft, and the upcoming brewery! Listen live!]]>With Stephen Johnson and Shipwreck in, we talk beer, craft, and the upcoming brewery! Listen live!]]>01:40:50yesBetter on Draft 089 - Cellarmen's and Pure Brews AmericaSat, 24 Jun 2017 01:55:37 +0000Even with a missed segment 1, the team regained composure and told a great job between the updates on Pure Brews America and Cellarmens, both early guests on the show! Matt also throws a curveball with a craft beer!]]>Even with a missed segment 1, the team regained composure and told a great job between the updates on Pure Brews America and Cellarmens, both early guests on the show! Matt also throws a curveball with a craft beer!]]>01:31:11yesBetter on Draft 088 - New Belgium Brewing #2Sat, 17 Jun 2017 01:19:20 +0000

The whole crew is back in studio for Episode 88. George from New Belgium Brewing is live in studio with a special two segment interview, where he shares some of the new brews that were released this year. And Matt challenges the studio to a new edition of "5 Questions."

]]>01:39:38yesBetter on Draft 087 - Downey Brewing Co #2Sat, 10 Jun 2017 01:37:32 +0000Episode 87 kicks off with a full house with the crew and return guests Downey Brewing Company! Downey Brewing shares its experience after being open for 7 months and going strong. The studio discusses the recent cease and desist order Dogfish Head Brewing had issued to a smaller brewery in Florida. The show goes into overtime this week! Matt challenges the studio to "5 Questions."]]>Episode 87 kicks off with a full house with the crew and return guests Downey Brewing Company! Downey Brewing shares its experience after being open for 7 months and going strong. The studio discusses the recent cease and desist order Dogfish Head Brewing had issued to a smaller brewery in Florida. The show goes into overtime this week! Matt challenges the studio to "5 Questions."]]>01:59:43yesBetter on Draft, Downey Brewing Co | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 086 - Great Lakes Brewing CoSat, 03 Jun 2017 01:17:08 +0000Great Lakes is in the house, and Ken got some Holy Moses!!!]]>Great Lakes is in the house, and Ken got some Holy Moses!!!]]>01:41:07yesBetter on Draft, Great Lakes Brewing Co | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 085 - Midland Brewing CompanySat, 27 May 2017 01:17:41 +0000It's starting to get warm in the studio with Episode 85! The boys from Midland Brewing Company are live in the studio. The crew talks about the latest brewery acquisitions. Another cease and desist is sent to another brewery. And the triumphant return of Matt's "5 Questions!"]]>It's starting to get warm in the studio with Episode 85! The boys from Midland Brewing Company are live in the studio. The crew talks about the latest brewery acquisitions. Another cease and desist is sent to another brewery. And the triumphant return of Matt's "5 Questions!"]]>01:42:59yesBetter on Draft, Midland Brewing Co | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 084 - Zetouna LiquorSat, 20 May 2017 02:17:48 +0000The crew is back in studio with Episode 84! Dan rejoins the cast from his time away in Phoenix. Nick rejoins the cast from his brewery vacation and Detroit Zoo Brew visit. Rob covers the news. And the crew goes into an unprecedented overtime segment with Jack Zetouna, owner of Better on Draft sponsor Zetouna Liquor!]]>The crew is back in studio with Episode 84! Dan rejoins the cast from his time away in Phoenix. Nick rejoins the cast from his brewery vacation and Detroit Zoo Brew visit. Rob covers the news. And the crew goes into an unprecedented overtime segment with Jack Zetouna, owner of Better on Draft sponsor Zetouna Liquor!]]>02:29:32yesBetter on Draft, Jack Zetouna, Zetouna Liquor | Craft Beer StoreBetter on Draft 083 - Motor City Brewing WorksSat, 13 May 2017 01:23:46 +000001:39:15yesBetter on Draft, Motor City Brewing Works | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 082 - Baffin BrewingSat, 06 May 2017 01:20:55 +000001:39:54yesBetter on Draft, Baffin Brewing Co | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 081 - Veteran Beer CoSat, 29 Apr 2017 01:16:28 +0000The crew is back with Episode 81 of the Better on Draft Podcast. Former U.S. Marine Greg, from the Chicago-based Veteran Beer Company, is live in studio. Rob covers the news. Matt challenges the studio to a military history edition of "5 Questions."]]>The crew is back with Episode 81 of the Better on Draft Podcast. Former U.S. Marine Greg, from the Chicago-based Veteran Beer Company, is live in studio. Rob covers the news. Matt challenges the studio to a military history edition of "5 Questions."]]>01:42:11yesBetter on Draft, Veteran Beer Co | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 080 - Griffin ClawSat, 22 Apr 2017 01:17:31 +0000The crew is almost back to full strength for Episode 80! Matt's favorite brewery, Griffin Claw Brewing Company, is in the house with their sales director, Kyle, live in studio. Rob covers the latest news and talks about how rampant restaurants in Chattanooga, TN are selling to minors. Matt plays "5 Questions" with a surprising mystery beer as one of the questions.]]>The crew is almost back to full strength for Episode 80! Matt's favorite brewery, Griffin Claw Brewing Company, is in the house with their sales director, Kyle, live in studio. Rob covers the latest news and talks about how rampant restaurants in Chattanooga, TN are selling to minors. Matt plays "5 Questions" with a surprising mystery beer as one of the questions.]]>01:39:38yesBetter on Draft, Griffin CLaw Brewing Co | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 079 - Brews and NewsSat, 15 Apr 2017 01:14:49 +0000The weather is getting warmer in Metro Detroit, and so is the studio. Rob starts the show off with some very interesting news articles. The crew has a draft to select their top summer craft beers. ]]>The weather is getting warmer in Metro Detroit, and so is the studio. Rob starts the show off with some very interesting news articles. The crew has a draft to select their top summer craft beers. ]]>01:09:58yesBetter on Draft | Craft Beer Better on Draft 078 - Brewery Becker and BrewgyverSat, 08 Apr 2017 01:17:49 +000001:39:19yesBetter on Draft, Brewgyver, Brewery Becker | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 077 – Lynchpin BrewingSat, 01 Apr 2017 01:17:33 +0000Without Dan or Nick, the other four still manage to have a great show talking about a hidden gem in Fenton, MI. ]]>Without Dan or Nick, the other four still manage to have a great show talking about a hidden gem in Fenton, MI. ]]>01:38:29yesBetter on Draft, Lynchpin Brewing Co | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 076 – Blue Note and Artisan XLSat, 25 Mar 2017 01:22:35 +0000The crew is back with a full table of beer (and food for Nick). Aaron from Blue Note Beverage and Eric from Artisan XL are live in the studio as they share they share their experiences in the craft beer industry in Michigan, as well as abroad. We announce the breweries who will be in the "Fermented 4" in the 1st ever Better on Draft Stout 16 Tournament and Rob covers the news.]]>The crew is back with a full table of beer (and food for Nick). Aaron from Blue Note Beverage and Eric from Artisan XL are live in the studio as they share they share their experiences in the craft beer industry in Michigan, as well as abroad. We announce the breweries who will be in the "Fermented 4" in the 1st ever Better on Draft Stout 16 Tournament and Rob covers the news.]]>01:38:54yesBetter on Draft, Blue Note | Craft Beer Assistant, Artisan XL | ArtistBetter on Draft 075.5 - Stout 16 Week 2 UpdateTue, 21 Mar 2017 22:22:15 +0000This is taken from episode #75 with Brewery Vivant as we discuss week 2 of the "Stout 16", which we have dubbed the IP-8.]]>This is taken from episode #75 with Brewery Vivant as we discuss week 2 of the "Stout 16", which we have dubbed the IP-8.]]>29:11yesBetter on DraftBetter on Draft 075 – Brewery VivantSat, 18 Mar 2017 01:15:13 +0000

With Matt and Dan off this week, Ken, Rob, Nick, and Nick's girlfriend Tarah, keep the party going. Ryan from Brewery Vivant is live in studio. Rob covers the news. Angela from Brown Iron Brewhouse makes a surprise appearance in studio. And Ken reveals the winners of Round 1 and match-ups of Round 2 of the Better On Draft Stout 16 Tournament.

]]>01:39:12yesBetter on Draft, Brewery Vivant | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 074 - Founders, Perrin, and Brown IronSat, 11 Mar 2017 02:18:58 +0000Inclement weather doesn't stop Better on Draft as the crew returns for Episode 74. The studio is packed with guests as Mike from Perrin Brewing, Kevin from Founders Brewing, and Angela from our sponsor, Brown Iron Brewhouse, are all live in studio. Rob does an improv version of the news. Plus, the studio formally kicks off the Stout 16 Tournament as everyone gives their picks!]]>Inclement weather doesn't stop Better on Draft as the crew returns for Episode 74. The studio is packed with guests as Mike from Perrin Brewing, Kevin from Founders Brewing, and Angela from our sponsor, Brown Iron Brewhouse, are all live in studio. Rob does an improv version of the news. Plus, the studio formally kicks off the Stout 16 Tournament as everyone gives their picks!]]>01:39:35yesBetter on Draft, Founders Brewing | Craft Beer Brewery, Perrin Brewing, Brown Iron BrewhouseBetter on Draft 073 - Redline BrewingSat, 04 Mar 2017 02:18:34 +0000The boys are back from the Winter Beer Fest and ready to get back into the studio! Doug and Kally from Redline Brewing Company is live in studio all the way from Burton, MI. Rob covers the news. We celebrate Matt's birthday on Facebook Live. And Matt gets one of our sponsors to answer "5 Questions" and the studio has to guess!]]>The boys are back from the Winter Beer Fest and ready to get back into the studio! Doug and Kally from Redline Brewing Company is live in studio all the way from Burton, MI. Rob covers the news. We celebrate Matt's birthday on Facebook Live. And Matt gets one of our sponsors to answer "5 Questions" and the studio has to guess!]]>01:39:15yesBetter on Draft, Redline Brewing | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 072 - The LocalSat, 18 Feb 2017 02:29:12 +0000The crew is live in studio for Episode 72! Owners of The Local in Centreville, Dan and Jamie, join us live in studio. Rob covers the news, Matt makes a big announcement and he challenges the crew and our guests to 5 Questions!]]>The crew is live in studio for Episode 72! Owners of The Local in Centreville, Dan and Jamie, join us live in studio. Rob covers the news, Matt makes a big announcement and he challenges the crew and our guests to 5 Questions!]]>01:39:14yesBetter on Draft, The Local | Craft Beer BarBetter on Draft 071.5 - UnibroueThu, 16 Feb 2017 21:21:03 +000001:45:22yesBetter on Draft, Unibroue | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 071 - Liberty Street Brewing CoSat, 11 Feb 2017 02:18:54 +0000Episode 71 kicks off with a full studio of people and beer. Joe from Liberty Street Brewing in Plymouth joins us live in studio. Ken talks about the Budweiser commercial that aired during the Super Bowl. Rob gives the news which includes the big KBS Release Week. Matt challenges the studio to a new Valentine's Day edition of "5 Questions."]]>Episode 71 kicks off with a full studio of people and beer. Joe from Liberty Street Brewing in Plymouth joins us live in studio. Ken talks about the Budweiser commercial that aired during the Super Bowl. Rob gives the news which includes the big KBS Release Week. Matt challenges the studio to a new Valentine's Day edition of "5 Questions."]]>01:39:15yesBetter on Draft, Liberty Street Brewing | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 070 - FermentaSat, 04 Feb 2017 02:16:14 +0000The boys are back with a skeleton crew, at least for the start. Pauline from Short's is back in studio, this time representing Fermenta Michigan. Ken finally shows up, Rob covers the news, and Matt runs a "Name That Tune" of Name Dat Beer]]>The boys are back with a skeleton crew, at least for the start. Pauline from Short's is back in studio, this time representing Fermenta Michigan. Ken finally shows up, Rob covers the news, and Matt runs a "Name That Tune" of Name Dat Beer]]>01:38:21yesBetter on Draft, Fermenta | Michigan Women's Craft CollectiveBetter on Draft 069 - Mountain Town BrewingSat, 28 Jan 2017 02:16:55 +0000

The boys are back in studio for Episode #69 of the Better on Draft Podcast. Jeff from Mount Pleasant's Mountain Town Brewing Company (Fire Up, Chips!). Rob discusses the latest news headlines, while Matt and Dan come up with new beer names, and Matt holds a Royal Rumble version of "5 Questions" with a twist on "Name That Beer."

Pauline from Short's Brewing is live in studio and shares her experiences as sales manager of Short's.

Rob talks the news and Matt gives 5 Questions.

]]>01:40:03yesBetter on Draft, Short's Brewing Co | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 066 – Farmington Brewing CoSat, 07 Jan 2017 02:17:24 +0000The crew is back for the start of 2017 with their first show of the new year. The studio is full with the BoD Crew as well as their first guests of 2017, Farmington Brewing Company. Rob talks the news, as Rob asks the studio their picks for Ashley's Brewery Throwdown. And Matt returns with an NFL Playoff edition of 5 Questions.]]>The crew is back for the start of 2017 with their first show of the new year. The studio is full with the BoD Crew as well as their first guests of 2017, Farmington Brewing Company. Rob talks the news, as Rob asks the studio their picks for Ashley's Brewery Throwdown. And Matt returns with an NFL Playoff edition of 5 Questions.]]>01:41:37yesBetter on Draft, Farmington Brewing Co | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 065 - New Years ShowSat, 31 Dec 2016 02:15:22 +0000The Better on Draft crew closes out 2016 with a bang! The boys talk about what breweries could potentially be purchased in 2017 as part of the "Brewery Death Pool," Rob gives the news, Dan talks about why he refuses to drink a bad beer for 4 hours for money, and the tables are turned on Matt as Ken challenges him to "Five Questions!" Rob

3 Floyds

Blackrock

Yuengling

Matt

New Belgium

ROAK

Oskar Blues

Nick

New Holland

Odd Side Ales

Stone Brewing

Dan

Deschutes

Shipyard

Alchemist

Ken

Surly

New Holland

Harpoon

Along with Texas, what state has the most college football teams that sell beer at their stadium

Name the 3 stadiums in the MLB and who plays in them, sponsored by beer companies

Name that beer

The world series of beer pong is a yearly tournament with a cash prize of?

10,000 ….. 15,000 …… 25,000 ….. 50,000

What band, led by John Fogerty, got one of the three words in its name from a TV commercial for Olympia beer?

]]>The Better on Draft crew closes out 2016 with a bang! The boys talk about what breweries could potentially be purchased in 2017 as part of the "Brewery Death Pool," Rob gives the news, Dan talks about why he refuses to drink a bad beer for 4 hours for money, and the tables are turned on Matt as Ken challenges him to "Five Questions!" Rob

3 Floyds

Blackrock

Yuengling

Matt

New Belgium

ROAK

Oskar Blues

Nick

New Holland

Odd Side Ales

Stone Brewing

Dan

Deschutes

Shipyard

Alchemist

Ken

Surly

New Holland

Harpoon

Along with Texas, what state has the most college football teams that sell beer at their stadium

Name the 3 stadiums in the MLB and who plays in them, sponsored by beer companies

Name that beer

The world series of beer pong is a yearly tournament with a cash prize of?

10,000 ….. 15,000 …… 25,000 ….. 50,000

What band, led by John Fogerty, got one of the three words in its name from a TV commercial for Olympia beer?

The boys are back in the studio for the pre-Christmas Eve show. Does the crew take everything that is said on the internet seriously when it comes to craft beer? Rob talks about breweries that are blacklisted on the east coast and the guys give their thoughts. And Matt introduces a new game called "Drink Elephant."

Zack from Ferndale's Urbanrest Brewing Company is back and live in studio. Matt brings a surprise to the studio with the new "hard seltzer,"

Ken tells a story regarding a can of Hopslam, and 5 Questions gets a change up with the first craft beer Name Dat Beer.

]]>Download This Episode ]]>01:38:29yesBetter on Draft, Zachardy Typinski, Urbanrest Brewing | Craft Beer BreweryBetter on Draft 061 – Old Nation BrewingThu, 15 Dec 2016 02:54:16 +0000The boys are back in studio and Travis from Old Nation joins the BoD crew. He talks about his time brewing in Europe and bringing his vast knowledge to Old Nation. We drink some Old Nation beers.

Rob talks discusses his beer trades that he made during the week. Nick makes his 5 Questions debut and in the post show, we "chug" a 2015 BCBCS on Facebook Live!

This week on the first ever episode of the Better on Draft Podcast, you were introduced to the hosts Ken, Dan, and Nick. Listen as they take you into the beers that they’re drinking for the night, their interview with Eric Briggeman from the Michigan Brewers Guild, and discussing everything from corporate beer buyouts, beer with protein, and some of their favorite places to drink! Episode #1 Drink List Deschuttes Barrel Aged Black Butte XXVII Kuhnhenn Cherry Oud Bruin Yuengling Traditional Lager Yuengling Black & Tan The Bruery Autumn Maple Allagash Brewing Company Riverton Allagash Brewing Company Tripel 3 Floyds Brewing Company Calumet Queen